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Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
- Augustfeuer (D. 433)
- plate: 250 by 316mm 9 7/8 by 12 1/4 in
- sheet: 374 by 427mm 14 1/2 by 16 5/8 in
The very rare etching, 1923, printing with selectively wiped platetone, a strong impression of the only state, signed in pencil, inscribed 'Eigendruck', on thick smooth wove paper
Condition
With wide margins, in good condition apart from hairline flattened creases in margins, a vertical split along plate-mark at lower right edge (approx. 2.5cm), a further backed split at upper left plate-mark (approx. 5.5cm), lower right tip of sheet repaired, two skinned areas at upper sheet edges verso (associated with previous hinging), some minor surface soiling verso, unframed.
(Schiefler numbering and title by another hand in lower margin).
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."